This week’s safety message covers Code Red, which indicates there is fire or smoke in the building. Here is what you do in the event of a fire at one of our facilities:

If you discover smoke or fire, R.A.C.E.

      R – Rescue anyone in immediate area

      A – Activate the nearest fire alarm and alert your department.

      C – Contain smoke and fire; close doors/windows.

      E – Extinguish only if possible to do so; evacuate if necessary.

To use a fire extinguisher, P.A.S.S.:

      P – Pull the pin.

      A – Aim hose at the base of the fire.

      S – Squeeze handles together.

      S – Sweeping motion at the base of the flame.

If you hear a fire alarm:
•  Report to your department immediately.
•  Assure patients, residents and visitors that you are following a plan.
•  Close all doors and windows.
•  Evacuate if necessary; know the locations of exits.
•  Assemble at your designated assembly point.